Mozaik Editorial

This issue of Mozaik focuses on the plight of refugees, migrants, and others who come to make Europe their new homes. We have a diverse perspective, from those who have come to settle in Europe themselves, to social workers and activists who support people who have fled conflict. Many of our contributions explain the situation in the home countries of their authors. This follows from our conference in Prosperous, Ireland, and our training session in Vilnuis, Lithuania.

Giulia’s article exposes some harrowing truths about the gendered dimension of the refugee crisis in Italy, while Angeliki explains the ancient history of this phenomenon in Greece. Naima explains the sometimes overlooked persecution of Christians in her home country of Pakistan, and Marta tells the story of a relaxing holiday for victims of violence ruined by police violence. Natalie’s account of Ukraine’s relationship with Europe reminds us that migrants are not just from outside Europe, but within as well.

Our resident theologians Hadje and Antonija give theological perspectives on the duty of Christians to strangers, evaluating Jurgen Moltmann and even Slavoj Zizek and critiquing Croatian Catholic fascists respectively. Progressive Muslim Fenna Te Berg shares a quick reflection of her time at our conference in Dublin.

Finally, we have some resources for our Federation, including workshops and training from presentors from Vilnuis, Taylor & Caitlin, and Global Federation General Secretary Necta’s reflection of the (recent) past, present and future of WSCF.

I am very proud to have worked on this issue of Mozaik with such a talented team of people. Our art editor Andrea, our illustrators Sanja & Clare, as well as the numerous contributors and photographers, who have shared their stories, experiences and expertise for our readers.

It is this in mind that I announce that this will be my last issue as Editor-in-Chief. It has been an amazing opportunity over the past years to be a part of such a diverse, interesting and historic federation, to escape from my island (and its island-mentality) and to travel all over Europe meeting people and hearing ideas.

Blessings,

James Jackson Mozaik Editor-in-Chief

— james jackson

James Jackson is a teacher, dj and editor based in Liverpool, uk. He has a Masters Degree in Religion & Political Life, and enjoys travelling, food and music.